Balancing Faith and Daily Life:

Tips for Maintaining a Strong Relationship with God Amidst a Busy Schedule

Life gets messy sometimes. I’ll be the first to admit that I’ve struggled to keep my home organized, my schedule in order, and my spiritual practices consistent. Over the past year, I’ve found it especially challenging to carve out time for daily devotions, prayer, and quiet moments with God. I’ve realized that this disconnection has created a kind of chaos in my life—much like a phone that glitches when its battery is dead. Without being "plugged in" to my Heavenly Father, I start to glitch, too.

I even wrote a song about this season of life, called "Falling From Grace," which is on my album Renewed by Truth. Writing music has become a meaningful creative outlet for me, but I know it’s not a substitute for nurturing my relationship with God. While I occasionally feel moments of renewal—whether through a faith-based podcast, an inspiring sermon, or a friend’s encouraging words—I’m still working on settling back into a dependable rhythm of spiritual connection.

One thing I’ve learned is …